According to the revised schedule, eligible candidates can register for the WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling Phase 1 process until September 9, 2026, at 6 PM. However, some applicants have reported problems while attempting to proceed with registration or submit their choices for colleges and courses.
The technical concerns have created uncertainty among candidates, particularly as the extended registration window is also approaching its closing time.
WBJEE 2026 Phase 1 Decentralised Counselling Registration Deadline Extended
The WBJEEB had earlier extended the deadline for Phase 1 decentralised counselling registration after receiving reports from students regarding difficulties during the online application process.
The extension was introduced after several candidates reportedly experienced problems related to:
- Receiving OTP for registration
- Completing the online registration process
- Selecting preferred colleges
- Selecting courses for admission
- Submitting choices through the online counselling system
Taking note of the complaints and difficulties faced by applicants, the authorities issued a revised schedule and provided candidates with additional time to participate in the decentralised counselling process.
Under the revised timeline, candidates can complete the WBJEE 2026 DCAP Phase 1 registration until September 9, 2026, at 6 PM.
Students Continue to Report Registration and Choice-Filling Problems
Despite the extension of the registration deadline, some candidates have continued to report difficulties while accessing and completing the decentralised counselling process.
According to reports from students, some applicants are facing issues while trying to move forward with:
- Online Registration
- Application Submission
- College Selection
- Course Selection
- Choice Filling
Some students had earlier noticed that the status displayed on the website showed 'Application Closed', even though the registration deadline had been extended.
The issue may possibly be connected to a technical problem or glitch involving the website timer or the online portal status.
However, the situation does not appear to be affecting every candidate in the same manner.
Many Students Report That the WBJEE Website Is Working
While some candidates are experiencing technical problems, several other students have reported that the online decentralised counselling portal is functioning normally for them.
According to these candidates, they have been able to:
- Access the counselling portal
- Complete their registration
- Enter the required details
- Select colleges and courses
- Proceed with the choice-filling process
This suggests that the issue may be affecting only certain users or may be intermittent in nature.
Candidates who are able to access the portal are advised to complete the registration and choice-filling process without delay instead of waiting until the final hours of the extended deadline.
Why Was the WBJEE 2026 DCAP Registration Deadline Extended?
The WBJEEB had revised the WBJEE 2026 Phase 1 Decentralised Counselling schedule following complaints from candidates about technical difficulties during the registration process.
The major issues reported earlier included problems with receiving the required OTP and difficulties while selecting their preferred colleges and courses for admission.
After considering these concerns, the authorities extended the registration period and released revised dates for the decentralised counselling process.
The extension was intended to give affected students additional time to successfully complete the required online formalities.
What Should Students Facing Technical Issues Do?
Candidates who are still unable to complete the WBJEE 2026 DCAP Phase 1 registration process should continue monitoring the official counselling portal for updates.
Students are advised to:
- Visit the official WBJEE counselling website regularly.
- Check whether the registration portal is accessible.
- Retry the registration process after some time if the portal displays an error.
- Carefully check the deadline and available counselling options.
- Complete registration immediately if the website becomes accessible.
- Keep checking for official notifications regarding any technical issue or schedule modification.
Candidates should avoid relying solely on unofficial messages or social media updates and should wait for an official announcement from the WBJEEB regarding any changes to the process.
Will WBJEE 2026 DCAP Phase 1 Registration Deadline Be Extended Again?
At present, the WBJEEB is not expected to further extend the Phase 1 decentralised counselling registration deadline beyond the current schedule.
The registration process is presently scheduled to close on September 9, 2026, at 6 PM.
However, if a significant number of students continue to experience technical difficulties while registering or filling their choices, there remains a possibility that the counselling authority could make further changes to the schedule.
Any modification to the registration deadline or other counselling dates will be officially announced by the Board.
Candidates should therefore continue checking the official WBJEE website for the latest information.
Where to Check Official WBJEE 2026 DCAP Updates?
Candidates should monitor official announcements regarding the WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling and Admission Process through the official WBJEEB portal:
WBJEEB Official Website and Counselling Updates
Any decision regarding:
- Registration deadline extension
- Technical issue resolution
- Choice-filling schedule
- Revised counselling dates
- Further decentralised counselling instructions
will be communicated through official notifications issued by the WBJEEB.
WBJEE 2026 DCAP Phase 1: Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
|
Counselling Process |
WBJEE 2026 Decentralised Counselling and Admission Process (DCAP) |
|
Phase |
Phase 1 |
|
Conducting Authority |
West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) |
|
Registration Status |
Extended and Ongoing |
|
Extended Last Date |
September 9, 2026 |
|
Registration Closing Time |
6 PM |
|
Major Issues Reported |
OTP, Registration and Choice Filling Difficulties |
|
Further Extension |
Not Expected Currently; Subject to Official Decision |
|
Official Website |
wbjeeb.nic.in/wbjee |
Candidates Advised to Complete Registration at the Earliest
With the extended deadline approaching, students who are able to access the online portal should complete the WBJEE 2026 DCAP Phase 1 registration and choice-filling process as soon as possible.
Candidates facing difficulties should continue checking the official website for updates, as the authorities are expected to examine any ongoing technical concerns.
Although a further extension is not currently expected, any changes to the WBJEE 2026 decentralised counselling schedule will be announced through an official notification.
Students are therefore advised to remain alert, regularly monitor the official portal and complete all counselling formalities within the available time to avoid missing the opportunity to participate in the decentralised admission process.
